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Megaworld Lifestyle Malls releases 2023 Holiday Mall and Mass schedules
As we approach the festive Holiday season, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls announces its modified operating hours for December 2023. You may refer to the mall schedules provided below and please be guided accordingly.

EASTWOOD CITY
- December 1-30: Monday to Thursday – 10AM to 10PM | Friday to Sunday – 10AM to 11PM
- December 24: 10AM – 8PM
- December 25: 10AM – 11PM
- December 31: 10AM – 2AM (Extended hours for Eastwood Citywalk)
- January 1: 12NN – 10PM
UPTOWN BONIFACIO
- December 1-14: Regular Mall Hours – 10AM – 10PM
- December 15-23: 10AM – 11PM
- December 24: 9AM – 8PM
- December 25: 12NN – 11PM
- December 26-29: 10AM – 10PM
- December 30: 10AM – 11PM
- December 31: 9AM – 8PM
- January 1: 10AM – 10PM
VENICE GRAND CANAL AT MCKINLEY HILL
- December 1-30: Weekdays (11AM-10PM); Weekends (10AM-11PM)
- December 24: 9AM – 7PM
- December 25: 11AM – 10PM
- December 31: 9AM – 7PM
- January 1: 11AM – 10PM
LUCKY CHINATOWN
- December 1-30: 9AM to 9PM
- December 24: 9AM to 7PM
- December 25: 9AM to 9PM
- December 31: 9AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
NEWPORT MALL
- December 1-30: 11AM – 12mn except 2F Restaurants (11AM – 1AM)
- December 24: 11AM to 9PM
- December 31: 11AM to 11PM except 2F Restaurants (11AM – 1AM)
- January 1: 11AM to 11PM
FORBES TOWN
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 9PM
- December 31: 10AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
ARCOVIA CITY
- December 1-30: 10AM to 10PM | 10AM to 9PM (food tenants) | 11AM – 9PM (non-food)
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 10AM to 10PM
- December 31: 11AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 10PM
PASEO CENTER
- December 1-30: 10AM to 10PM
- December 24: 9AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 8PM
- December 30-31: 9AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 8PM
SAN LORENZO PLACE MALL
- December 1-23: 10AM to 9PM
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 8PM
- December 26-30: 10AM to 9PM
- December 31: 10AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 8PM
THREE CENTRAL MALL
- December 1-30: 10AM to 8PM
- December 24: 9AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 7PM
- December 30-31: 9AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 7PM
SAN ANTONIO PLACE
- December 1-30: 10AM to 8PM
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 7PM
- December 30: 10AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 7PM
GREENHOUSE AT VILLAGE SQUARE ALABANG
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM
- December 24: 9AM to 7PM
- December 25: 10AM to 9PM
- December 31: 9AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 8PM
ALABANG WEST PARADE
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM (weekdays) | 10AM to 11PM (weekends)
- December 24: 10AM to 8PM
- December 25: 10AM to 9PM
- December 31: 10AM to 8PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
SOUTHWOODS MALL
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM, except all Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10AM to 10PM
- December 24: 9AM to 7PM
- December 25: 10AM to 10PM
- December 31: 9AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
TWIN LAKES
- Regular Mall Hours: 10AM to 8PM
FESTIVE WALK ILOILO
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM except All Fridays and Saturdays 10AM to 10PM
- December 18-23: 10AM to 10PM
- December 24: 9AM to 8PM
- December 25: 10AM to 10PM
- December 31: 9AM to 8PM
- January 1: 12NN to 10PM
THE CLUBHOUSE AT TEMPLE DRIVE
- December 1-30: 10AM to 9PM
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 12NN to 9PM
- December 31: 10AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
CLARK CITYFRONT MALL
- December 1-15: 10AM to 9PM
- December 16-30: 10AM to 9PM (Mon. – Thurs.) | 10AM to 10 PM (Fri-Sun)
- December 24: 10AM to 7PM
- December 25: 10AM to 10PM
- December 30: 10AM to 10PM
- December 31: 10AM to 7PM
- January 1: 12NN to 9PM
NEWCOAST BEACHWALK
- Regular Mall Hours: 10AM – 8PM
As with the adjusted mall hours, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls chapels will also be holding Simbang Gabi masses in the following locations:

ST. JOHN PAUL II PARISH (EASTWOOD CITY)

SIMBANG GABI

Dec. 15-23: 7:30PM
Dec. 16-24: 5:30AM

CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY

Dec. 24: 10:30AM; 12NN; 4:30PM; 6PM; 7:30PM
Dec. 25: 10:30AM; 12NN; 4:30PM; 6PM; 7:30PM

NEW YEAR’S EVE AND NEW YEAR’S DAY

Dec. 31: 10:30AM; 12NN; 4:30PM; 6PM; 7:30PM
Jan. 1: 10:30AM; 12NN; 4:30PM; 6PM; 7:30PM

ST. GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL CHAPEL (4F UPTOWN MALL)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 15-23: 6PM

ST. RAPHAEL’S CHURCH (3F VENICE GRAND CANAL)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 15-23: 6PM

CHRISTMAS EVE
DEC. 24: 6PM

CHRISTMAS DAY
DEC. 25: 6PM

NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 1: 6PM

2F EIGHT (FORBES TOWN)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 15-23: 7PM

OUR LADY OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY CHAPEL (3F LUCKY CHINATOWN BLDG. B)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 16-23: 6PM

CHRISTMAS EVE
DEC. 24: 5PM

CHRISTMAS DAY
DEC. 25: NO MASS

NEW YEAR’S EVE
DEC. 31: 5PM

NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 1: 5PM

SAN LORENZO PLACE MALL (GROUND FLOOR)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 16-24: 6PM-7PM

CHRISTMAS DAY
DEC. 25: 6PM-7PM

NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 1: 6PM-7PM

TWIN LAKES TAGAYTAY (Garden Event Area)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 15-23: 5PM

ST. JOSEPH CHAPEL (3F Festive Walk Iloilo)

SIMBANG GABI
DEC. 15-23: 6PM

CHRISTMAS DAY
DEC. 25: 11AM

NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 1: 5PM

Plan your holidays ahead and make your Christmas stress-free. Use this guideline to make it on time.

Wishing you a jolly-molly Christmas!

For more information, call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Hotline at 8-462-8888 or visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com.
December 12, 2023
Cebu Pacific Celebrates Christmas with 8-Day Seat Sale Fares as Low as PHP 88

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, joins the holiday festivities as it rolls out its eight-day Christmas seat sale.

From December 11 to 18, 2023, guests may book flights to domestic and international destinations on sale for as low as PHP 88 (one-way base fare exclusive of fees and surcharges). The travel period is from August 1 to November 30, 2024, perfect for travelers who wish to plan and score value-for-money fares this gift-giving season.

With CEB’s low fares now made more affordable, guests can discover and explore new places listed on their bucket lists. They can experience the picturesque beaches of Davao and Zamboanga, feast on the local delicacies of Cebu and Bacolod, and experience boating at the underground river of Puerto Princesa.

In addition, with CEB’s growing international network, guests can also go on a shopping spree in Hong Kong and Singapore, immerse their creative sprits in the art hubs of Macau and Taipei, enjoy museum-hopping in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and marvel at the majestic sights in Bangkok and Da Nang through CEB’s direct flights from Manila, Cebu, and Clark.

Passengers may use their existing Travel Funds to book flights and avail themselves of add-ons. CEB also offers multiple payment options, including payment centers, credit or debit cards, and e-wallets.

CEB currently flies to 35 domestic and 25 international destinations spread across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

It’s never too late to make your travel wishes come true. Book your flights now at bit.ly/CebuPacificSale.

December 12, 2023
Lahat Ay Merry This 2023: How You Can Win at the 12 Days of Merry GCash Giveaway This Holiday Season

GCash invites you to be part of the 12 Days of Merry GCash celebration. Bringing plenty of merry experiences and exciting surprises every day, it’s the biggest giveaway of the season – and every GCash user from all regions has a chance to be a winner.

From December 4 to 15, you can be one of 9 winners nationwide of exciting major prizes daily, which includes the latest gadgets and GCash credits. Exclusive vouchers from select merchants and Alipay+ Rewards are also up for grabs.

Additionally, GCash is giving away a brand new motorcycle to 5 users, while a grand prize worth a staggering P1 Million GCash awaits for 1 lucky winner!

To join the 12 Days of Merry GCash, all verified GCash users simply need to use GCash daily to earn a raffle ticket.

Each use increases your chances of earning more raffle tickets and winning exciting prizes at the 12 Days of Merry GCash, whether it’s making payments on your favorite online stores, utilizing your GCash Card for convenient Christmas shopping at your preferred retail shops, or buying load to stay connected with loved ones. You can double your chances of winning by using the loan and lending products of GCash such as GGives, GCredit, or GLoan. Meanwhile, when you Scan to Pay at Burger King and Toys “R” Us this December and use GCash to pay online in Lazada and foodpanda, you triple your opportunities to win!

Enjoy Exclusive Deals & Promos Every Day with GCash This December

With everyone excitedly counting down to Christmas, GCash is also going to sprinkle your whole month of December with daily deals and delightful surprises.

Pay with GCash and enjoy these deals at your favorite stores everyday – and that’s not all! Head on over to your GCash app to see even more deals to catch every day.

Ready to join in on the holiday celebration like never before? Lahat Ay Merry this 2023 with GCash kaya download the GCash App and be part of the biggest holiday celebration of the year!

December 11, 2023
13th-month pay underway? Sa GCash, Gets Agad ang priorities for the holidays!
Filipinos really know how to turn Christmas into a dazzling celebration that’s hard to beat anywhere else in the world. As the “ber” months roll in, they eagerly await the twinkling lights, festive parties, heartwarming reunions, and the endless exchange of gifts among family, friends, and the whole community. And let’s not forget the icing on the holiday cake– the much-awaited 13th-month pay, a sweet bonus that adds a special cheer to the holiday season.

The much-awaited Christmas bonus brings not only a sigh of relief but also the promise of making our holiday wishes come true. But amid the joyful chaos, it’s easy to let the excitement of the moment overshadow our financial sensibilities. In the blink of an eye and once the holiday haze fades, the once joyful occasion can quickly turn into a source of stress and worry if people are carried away with their spontaneous spending.

But fear not, for the holidays can be made better not bitter with GCash’s 3Ps budgeting tips para ‘gets agad!’ ang priorities for your 13th-month pay:
1. PAMBAYAD
End the year without baggage – financial baggage, that is! Use your bonus as an opportunity to clear all your existing debts and bills to have a better view of how much funds you have left to celebrate the holidays and start the new year with a clean slate.

Pro tip: When paying those debts and bills, why not use GCash’s Send Money or Bank Transfer and Pay Bills features for a more convenient and secure way of letting go of all that baggage!
1. PANGHANDA
Filipinos are always up for good food and even greater parties, and Christmas is no exception. It wouldn’t be Paskong Pinoy if there wasn’t any ‘handa’ on the table, which is why it’s very important to set aside a budget to plan the perfect Noche Buena for you and your loved ones.

Pro tip: To have the perfect Noche Buena, plan ahead of time what dishes you want to prepare and plan to buy. For less hassle and worry-free shopping, you can also use Webpay/Pay QR to help you not only bring those delicious dishes to the table but also throw a festivity that is equally memorable and merry!
1. PANREGALO
Christmas is the season of giving, and nothing says “deserve!” more than giving and receiving gifts, especially for Filipinos. To make sure you don’t deplete your bonus, all you have to do is to make a list of who you’ll be giving gifts to, set a budget for each person on your list and monitor using budget trackers.

While you enjoy listing those names, don’t forget to include yourself! Give yourself the gifts you deserve: shop, travel, dine, and so much more!

Pro tip: When shopping for gifts, especially online, do you know that you can use GCash as a payment method? You can also pay via QR in over 70,000 stores nationwide and use it to send cash gifts through Send Money, for a more personal touch through the specialized themes and Send Gift for a short and sweet message.

And if there are leftovers to your bonuses, why not do yourself a favor and start a high-interest savings account with GSave to get you financially prepped and ready for the upcoming year?

By embracing the easy and ‘gets agad’ 3Ps of budgeting, you can not only navigate the holiday season with confidence but also ensure that the joy of the season extends far beyond the festivities. By following these tips, you can avoid the pitfalls of overspending and emerge from the holidays as a financially responsible adult.
December 11, 2023
MOVIE REVIEW: A Problem with Prequels; how ‘Wonka’ plays it safe

There’s a trend in the Hollywood that has been going on for decades now; focusing on prequels of villains and attempting to give them nuance. There’s Angelina Jolie’s turn as ‘Maleficent,’ it reimagines the story as if it were told incorrectly. Or like Emma Stone’s turn as ‘Cruella,’ who does not shy away from her evil tendencies but paints her as an anti-hero to an even more nefarious enemy in that story. Just recently, ‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ presents us with the origin story of President Snow, the main antagonist of ‘The Hunger Games’ trilogy. While it does not shy away from his deeds, it does try to paint him as a sympathetic character.

While Willy Wonka from Roald Dahl’s book ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ is not necessarily evil, there is a sinister flair to him. I’m more familiar with the 1971 movie ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’ directed by Mel Stuart and starred Gene Wilder. Willy Wonka is an eccentric, to put it mildly. Children have been hurt or even perished in his factory on the day of the visit and he remains emotionally unaffected by these – as if the children’s weaknesses and moral failings made them deserving of such punishment.

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It’s this characterisation of the title character – which I was told, that sinister quality, is taken to the extreme in th 2005 movie adaptation by Tim Burton with Johnny Depp – that creates a disconnect with the newly released prequel ‘Wonka’ directed by Paul King and starring Timothee Chalamet. Whereas all previous materials on Willy Wonka creates a dark and mysterious character, Chalamet’s ‘Wonka’ is very light-hearted and friendly. There is a touch of whimsy on all versions but while the Wonka of ‘Wonka’ leans towards the cutesy and relatable, all other versions are shifting closer towards dark or sinister.

There is nothing about Willy Wonka in ‘Wonka’ that even closely hints at the person he will become in ‘Charlie and the Cholate Factory’ or any of its movie adaptations. And that becomes emblematic of this growing trend. In order to milk any franchise or IP of its monetary value, they will extend any character’s narrative, both for prequels and sequels with the hopes that the familiarity of the character would ensure box office success. Throw in a huge star into the mix and they are hoping for a healthy returns in ticket sales.

What this does, though, is that it removes the mystery from that of the audience. A lot of the magic of these narratives – especially from the dark, twisted minds of a children’s book author like Roald Dahl – comes from the stories that don’t make it to the books. What caused Willy Wonka to become the eccentric, anti-social chocolatier that he is, who doesn’t mind punishing children in severe ways for having the worst qualities of being a child.

It is the parts that are not shown and not talked about that activates the imagination, that allows us to wonder and dream. But an exercise like ‘Wonka’ or any of the other films I mentioned at the start of this critique is not interested in wonder or mystery. They want everything explained because it is what they think the audience wants, and so it will sell.

So ‘Wonka’ is about how Willy Wonka got his start in the chocolate business. From the onset, he’s already whimsical and flighty as a character. He already also has magic – though unexplained – and instead it becomes a story about how he beats a chocolate monopoly run by a cartel. It’s about breaking oppressive systems by being just as sneaky – bending the rules because those in power don’t play fair. It sets itself as an underdog story complete with an orphan girl, Noodle (played by Calah Lane) and ragtag of other people were cheated out of their freedom by a sinister proprietress of a bed and breakfast (played by Olivia Colman).

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Like any material based on a Roald Dahl book, the villains are dastardly and cruel, and they don’t play fair. But without any real struggle, Willy Wonka and his ragtag band of misfits go toe to toe with both Colman’s Mrs Scrubbs and the chocolate cartel. What adds to the disconnect of the whole story on Willy Wonka is that this is a musical with only one really good, proper song. There’s even a song that attempts to rhyme different words with chocolate and instead of coming off as charming, it sounds annoying instead; and other than that, the chocolate is not symbolic of anything other than that of childhood dreams. Wonka is dead set on making it big as a chocolatier because of that connection with his mom but the film fails to create any real connection with the symbol (chocolates and chocolate-making) with the people around him.

The chocolates themselves are just a means to an end. What the film manages to establish is his connection with his band in the same struggles that they share but it has nothing to do with the chocolate itself. For a film as magical and whimsical as this, it would be nice if the chocolate actually meant something other than a setting or any interchangeable McGuffin. ‘Wonka’ is big and loud and wears its heart on its sleeve. It is tailor-made as a movie made for the entire family. It has not set out to tell us anything new nor is it in any danger of upsetting anyone or offending anyone’s sensibilities and as such, it carries very little mystery or wonder or any real sense of magic.

My Rating:

Wonka is now showing. Check screening times and buy tickets here.

December 8, 2023
Barbie Premieres December 15, Streaming exclusively on HBO GO

To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place.  Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. Barbie is set to premiere exclusively on HBO GO on December 15.

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From Oscar®-nominated writer and director Greta Gerwig (Little Women, Lady Bird) comes Barbie, starring Oscar®-nominees Margot Robbie (Bombshell, I, Tonya) and Ryan Gosling (La La Land, Half Nelson) as Barbie and Ken, alongside America Ferrera (End of Watch, How to Train Your Dragon films), Kate McKinnon (Bombshell, Yesterday), Issa Rae (The Photograph, Insecure), Rhea Perlman (I’ll See You in My Dreams, Matilda), and Will Ferrell (the Anchorman films, Talladega Nights).  The film also stars Michael Cera (Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Juno), Ariana Greenblatt (Avengers: Infinity War, 65), Ana Cruz Kayne (Little Women), Emma Mackey (Emily, Sex Education), Hari Nef (Assassination Nation, Transparent), Alexandra Shipp (the X-Men films), Kingsley Ben-Adir (One Night in Miami, Peaky Blinders), Simu Liu (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Ncuti Gatwa (Sex Education), Scott Evans (Grace and Frankie), Jamie Demetriou (Cruella), Connor Swindells (Sex Education, Emma), Sharon Rooney (Dumbo, Jerk), Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton, Derry Girls), Ritu Arya (The Umbrella Academy), Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Dua Lipa, as well as Oscar®-winner Helen Mirren (The Queen).

Gerwig directed Barbie from a screenplay by Gerwig and Oscar® nominee Noah Baumbach (Marriage Story, The Squid and the Whale), based on Barbie by Mattel.  The film’s producers are Oscar® nominee David Heyman (Marriage Story, Gravity), Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Robbie Brenner, with Gerwig, Baumbach, Ynon Kreiz, Richard Dickson, Michael Sharp, Josey McNamara, Courtenay Valenti, Toby Emmerich and Cate Adams serving as executive producers.

Gerwig’s creative team behind the camera included Oscar®-nominated director of photography Rodrigo Prieto (The Irishman, Silence, Brokeback Mountain), six-time Oscar®-nominated production designer Sarah Greenwood (Beauty and the Beast, Anna Karenina), editor Nick Houy (Little Women, Lady Bird), Oscar®-winning costume designer Jacqueline Durran (Little Women, Anna Karenina), visual effects supervisor Glen Pratt (Paddington 2, Beauty and the Beast) and music supervisor George Drakoulias (White Noise, Marriage Story), with music by Oscar® winners Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt (A Star Is Born).

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents a Heyday Films Production, a LuckyChap Entertainment Production, a NB/GG Pictures Production, a Mattel Production, Barbie.

Stream or download Barbie on HBO GO from December 15. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

December 7, 2023
Prime Video Reveals Cast, Teases “Drag Den with Manila Luzon” Season Two: Retribution

Prime Video revealed the much-anticipated cast of Drag Den with Manila Luzon Season Two: Retribution. The new season of the hit Filipino reality drag competition marks the global streamer’s very first local show renewal in Southeast Asia.

The new season—showcasing a fresh batch of queens—promises to be even bigger, with a new den, a new set of rules, and a new roster of judges. Consisting of eight episodes, it will launch exclusively on Prime Video in the Philippines weekly and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on January 18, 2024 with a new episode every week.

This season’s 10 new queens (up from Season One’s eight) Deja, Margaux Rita, Elvira B, Feyvah Fatalé, Maria Lava, Mrs. Tan, Moi, Marlyn, Jean Vogue, and Russia Fox vie to be crowned the new “Drag Supreme”.

“Drag Lord” Manila Luzon, host and executive producer, returns with Nicole Cordoves and Sassa Gurl as the show’s “Drag Dealer” and “Drag Runner,” respectively. The first season has had a successful eight-episode run, culminating in an epic finale last January 26.

Drag Den with Manila Luzon Season Two: Retribution is produced by CS Studios, series creator and director Rod Singh, and Antoinette Jadaone of Project 8 Projects.

Drag Den with Manila Luzon is streaming on Prime Video along with hundreds of other shows and films available in the Prime Video catalog, such as Roadkillers, Linlang, Takeshi’s Castle Philippines, Comedy Island Philippines, Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen, Cattleya Killer, Deleter and Ten Little Mistresses, Korean titles such as BTS: Yet to Come, Jinny’s Kitchen, The Kidnapping Day, and The Killing Vote, anime hits such as Rurouni Kenshin, on top of popular and critically acclaimed Amazon Originals like Gen V, The Continental, Citadel, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, and Emmy and Golden Globe winners Fleabag and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Prime Video subscribers are able to watchfilms and shows anywhere and anytime on hundreds of compatible devices. In the Prime Video app, subscribers can also download episodes on their mobile devices and tablets and watch anywhere offline at no additional cost. Prime Video is available in the Philippines for just PHP149 per month.

For more updates on Drag Den with Manila Luzon Season Two, follow Prime Video on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube. Stream anywhere, anytime at primevideo.com or download the Prime Video app on Google Play, Apple Store, and Microsoft.

December 7, 2023
Minis are Back this SZN of Giving with DOOGEE

Tis’ the SZN of giving, and DOOGEE is spreading positive vibes this holiday with the perfect kawaii gifts – the DOOGEE T20 Mini and the tech brand’s newest smartphone, the S Mini! This Christmas, it’s the season to #GoMini with compact gadgets that fit comfortably into the palm of your hand.

Your new everyday carry!

Always on the go? Worry no more as the DOOGEE T20 Mini will be the perfect tablet. Thanks to its compact form factor, this affordable mini LTE tablet can be the newest addition to your everyday carry essentials!

Hold the T20 Mini LTE with one hand to enjoy watching videos, reading e-books, or scrolling through social media while on the go.

The T20 Mini is equipped with LTE to access data anytime, anywhere. It also has an octa-core processor with 1.6 GHz and its CPU is supported by a trusty 9 GB of RAM (4 GB RAM on-board and another 5 GB can be expanded virtually). The 128 GB storage can be expanded up to 1 TB via a Micro SD Card so you don’t have to worry about saving all the holiday photos and videos with friends and family!

Get the DOOGEE T20 Mini discounted at Shopee!

Perfect for your hand, and your pocket!

What’s the secret to a happy life? Just find the joy in the little things – even in smartphones!

The DOOGEE S Mini is a 4.5-inch rugged smartphone with a lightweight but tough design that makes it the ideal gift for those who love to explore and be adventurous!

DOOGEE is globally known for its rugged devices and has now created a unique spin on its huge and tough smartphones. The DOOGEE S Mini is IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H rated which makes it a full-fledged rugged device– even though how small it is! Weighing at 155g, it can still withstand multiple drop tests on all faces, corners, and edges of the phone. With its certifications, it achieves levels of protection against water, dust, sand, and humidity!

The S Mini has an innovative secondary 7-segment back display that lets you take a quick look at the daily essentials – from temperature, and humidity to the current time, date, the smartphone’s battery level, and charging status. It showcases everything you need to know!

It may be small, but it’s packed with great internals! It’s equipped with a 6nm MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor, Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 15GB RAM(8GB +7GB Extended RAM), and a generous 256GB internal storage on board!

A gift that keeps on giving! The DOOGEE S Mini also features a fingerprint reader on its side button, WiFi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, and a Dual SIM slot.

Early buyers can get the S Mini for only P12,699 on 12.12 and they will get a FREE DOOGEE CS2 Smartwatch valued at P2,499 starting midnight on December 12, exclusive at DOOGEE’s TikTok Shop @doogeeph!

Whether it’s for a family member, a friend, or even yourself, the DOOGEE T20 Mini and S Mini are thoughtful and purposeful gifts that will bring joy throughout the holiday season and beyond.

For more information, follow DOOGEE Philippines on their Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts (@doogeeph). You may also check them out at Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok shop (@doogeeph).

December 7, 2023
Prime Video’s December 2023 Delights: Your Ultimate Guide to Must-Watch Shows and Movies

Welcome to a cinematic celebration as we bid farewell to 2023! Prime Video is here to ensure your December is filled with entertainment. From gripping shows that will keep you on the edge of your seat to heartwarming movies perfect for festive family nights, Prime Video’s lineup for December 2023 is nothing short of spectacular. Join us on a festive journey as we unwrap the magic of December must-watch shows and movies, promising a month of laughter, tears, and everything in between. This is your ultimate guide to the Prime Video delights that will light up your screens and make this December unforgettable.

Panlaban na Pinoy: Homegrown Thrills

Roadkillers
November 30, 2023

A suspense thriller about Stacey (Nadine Lustre) who’s on a mission to retrieve her dead father’s body. Stacey is thrown headfirst into a dizzying wild ride as a stranger begins blackmailing her to do mysterious tasks. The stranger forces her to steal and commit brutal murder. All this with a promise from the stranger that she will get her father’s body back. Who is her father’s captor and why are they doing this to her? The more Stacey bends to the whims of her tormentor, the more she falls down a black hole where she is forced to face the consequences of her own sins from the past. Set in the eerily quiet rural roads of Luzon. One woman. One car. And a load of thrills.

Christmas Time

Candy Cane Lane
December 1, 2023

Eddie Murphy stars in this holiday comedy adventure about a man on a mission to win his neighborhood’s annual Christmas home decoration contest. After Chris (Eddie Murphy) inadvertently makes a deal with a mischievous elf named Pepper (Jillian Bell) to better his chances of winning, she casts a magic spell that brings the 12 Days of Christmas to life and wreaks havoc on the whole town. At the risk of ruining the holidays for his family, Chris, his wife Carol (Tracee Ellis Ross), and their three children must race against the clock to break Pepper’s spell, battle deviously magical characters and save Christmas for everyone.

Merry Little Batman
December 8, 2023

Merry Little Batman is an animated family action comedy destined to join the rogue’s gallery of classic holiday movies. When young Damian Wayne finds himself alone in Wayne Manor on Christmas Eve, he must transform into “Little Batman” in order to defend his home and Gotham City from the crooks and supervillains intent on destroying the holidays.

Your Christmas or Mine 2
December 8, 2023

It’s the most wonderful time of the year … but will it be for James and Hayley? James’ father has invited the Taylors to spend Christmas in a luxury ski resort in the Austrian Alps, so they can meet his new American girlfriend. However, Hayley’s dad Geoff insisted on handling his family’s side of the booking and something clearly got lost in translation. After a mix-up with transport at the airport, the two tribes end up at each other’s accommodations, on different sides of a valley and opposite ends of the Tripadvisor ratings scale. Can Hayley and James’ relationship survive another turbulent family Christmas, or has their future together gone off-piste?

Korean Lovers: K-Drama Delights

My Man is Cupid
December 1, 2023

The story centers on a star-crossed love story between a love fairy and a human woman. Cheon Sang-hyuk (Jang Dong-yoon) is a love fairy who lost his wings in a tragic incident 500 years ago. Since then he has been going through metamorphoses and living as a human in order to regain his wings. He comes across Oh Baek-ryun (NANA), a veterinary surgeon whose beauty attracts many men. Unfortunately, men who try to get romantically involved with her are inexplicably struck by supernatural accidents. The pair who have been unlucky in love feel drawn to one another, but will fate be on their side?

SBS Inkigayo Live in Tokyo
December 7, 2023

Ateez

G(I)DLE

Key

A historic event for the renowned K-Pop show “Inkigayo,” marking its first overseas performance in 27 years. Held at the Ariake Arena on October 3-4, 2023, the two-day extravaganza featured a stellar lineup: NiziU, Oh My Girl, ATEEZ, TEMPEST, ZEROBASEONE, NCT Dream, SHINee’s Key, (G)I-DLE, INI, Kep1er, The New Six (TNX), NCT Dream, and TNX.

Death’s Game
December 15, 2023

Death (Park So-dam)

Choi Yee-jae (Seo In-guk)

The story centers on Choi Yee-jae (Seo In-guk) who is down on his luck in every facet of his life. Overwhelmed with all of his failures, Yee-jae wants to take his own life and “control death.” Death (Park So-dam) then decides to punish Yee-jae to a game of death where he is reincarnated 12 different times. 12 different lives with diverse occupations such as a painter, a detective, a prisoner, an athlete, and more await him. In this game of death, Yee-jae must stop their imminent deaths.

US Film & Series

Reacher
December 15, 2023

Reacher Season Two begins when veteran military police investigator Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson) receives a coded message that the members of his former U.S. Army unit, the 110th MP Special Investigations, are being mysteriously and brutally murdered one by one. Pulled from his drifter lifestyle, Reacher reunites with three of his former teammates turned chosen family to investigate, including Frances Neagley (Maria Sten); Karla Dixon (Serinda Swan), a forensic accountant for whom Reacher has long had a soft spot; and fast-talking, switchblade-wielding family man David O’Donnell (Shaun Sipos). Together, they begin to connect the dots in a mystery where the stakes get higher at every turn, and brings about questions of who has betrayed them—and who will die next. Using his inimitable blend of smarts and size, Reacher will stop at nothing to uncover the truth and protect the members of his unit. If there’s one thing Reacher and his team know for certain, it’s that you do not mess with the Special Investigators. This season, get ready for Reacher and the 110th to hit back hard.

Based on Bad Luck and Trouble, the 11th book in Lee Child’s global best-selling series, Reacher Season Two stars Alan Ritchson in the title role of Jack Reacher, with Maria Sten, Serinda Swan, and Shaun Sipos as key members of the 110th MP Special Investigations Unit. Rounding out the cast are Ferdinand Kingsley as A.M., a mercenary that homeland security refers to as a “ghost;” Robert Patrick as Shane Langston, head of security for a private defense contractor with a questionable track record; and Domenick Lombardozzi as tough NYPD detective Guy Russo.

Prime Video’s December Extravaganza: A Cinematic Celebration

As you cozy up with your favorite blanket, Prime Video brings December to life with stories that enchant and characters that linger. From suspenseful Pinoy tales to heartwarming holiday adventures and K-drama romance, it’s a cinematic journey that promises joy and immersion. Unwrap the gift of movie, and let the magic of December unfold in the warmth of our Filipino home. Get ready for a month-long celebration of storytelling and streaming delight. May your December be as magical as the tales on Prime Video!

December 7, 2023
What To Watch On Disney+ Philippines this December 2023

As we bid farewell to another year, December arrives with a bang, bringing a bunch of awesome movies and series to wrap up 12 months of entertainment. From cozy holiday flicks to thrilling dramas and hotly anticipated shows, there’s something for everyone.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the December lineup—your go-to list for what to watch as we approach the year’s grand finale. Whether you’re into big blockbusters, indie treasures, or binge-worthy series, this month’s offerings promise to deliver the goods.

Indiana Jones and The Dial Of Destiny

Starring: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Antonio Banderas, John Rhys-Davies, Shaunette Renee Wilson, Thomas Kretschmann, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Olivier Richters, Ethann Isidore, Mads Mikkelsen
Now Available

Harrison Ford returns to the role of the legendary hero archaeologist for this fifth installment of the iconic franchise.

Soundtrack #2

Starring: Keum Saerok, Steve Sanghyun Noh
Premiering on December 6

Set in modern-day Korea, Soundtrack #2 tells the story of Hyeonseo and Suho, two young sweethearts who break up after six years together. Torn apart by lies and misunderstanding, the pair go their separate ways only to be reconnected when Suho, a successful CEO, hires a piano tutor who turns out to be Hyeonseo.

Percy Jackson and The Olympians

Starring: Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri
Streaming on December 20

Based on Disney Hyperion’s best-selling book series by award-winning author Rick Riordan, Percy Jackson and the Olympians is a Disney+ Original series that tells the fantastical story of a 12-year-old modern demigod, Percy Jackson, who’s just coming to terms with his newfound divine powers when the sky god Zeus accuses him of stealing his master lightning bolt. With help from his friends Grover and Annabeth, Percy must embark on an adventure of a lifetime to find it and restore order to Olympus.

BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star

Starring: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, Jung Kook
Premiering on December 20

This new 8-episode documentary series will feature stories of the K-Pop band’s growth and music “from our debut to today” alongside “candid stories that have never been told.” Through this series, the group hopes that their fans will “find new sides to them” that are “previously unseen.”

‘Tis The Season to Binge-Watch

Check out these holiday-themed drops in time for your Christmas break.

The Naughty Nine
Now Available

The Shepherd
Now Available

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever
December 8

Doctor Who: The Church On Ruby Road
December 26

A Merry Marathon

From fantasy live-action to mystery tales, this lineup has got you covered!

What If…? Season 2
December 22

Maestra: Strings Of Truth
December 9

Dragons of Wonderhatch
December 20

So, let’s step into the world of December cinema, where stories unfold and emotions run high. As we unwrap the cinematic treats waiting for us, get ready for a month filled with movie magic, right from the comfort of your own couch.

Embark on a magical journey with Disney+! Stream now to experience the enchantment, laughter, and heartwarming stories. Your adventure awaits—don’t miss out!

December 7, 2023